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Classical Argumentative Essay 
Argumentative Essay
Rubric Code: B2W7522
By karabeal1
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Undergraduate

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  100-90

5 pts

89-80

4 pts

79-70

3 pts

69-60

2 pts

Introduction/Thesis Statement
15 pts

100-90

Very well-developed introduction with a clear thesis statement
that introduces the topic and makes a central point about it. It engages the reader and creates interest. Contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic to be described.
89-80

Introduction contains a thesis statement. The thesis creates interest and is fairly well developed. But while it contains accurate and complete information regarding the topic being described, it is not very engaging.
79-70

Introduction contains a thesis statement, but it either does not give accurate and complete information about the topic, or it lacks detail and creativity.
69-60

Thesis is misleading, hard to find, or does not present a compelling argument for the description.
Body Paragraphs
20 pts

100-90

Each body paragraph contains a clear topic sentence that focuses each paragraph around one point.
Details, examples and evidence in the body paragraphs are clear and well developed. There is at least one counter-argument discussed, that is refuted.
89-80

Each body paragraph contains a clear topic sentence that focuses each paragraph on one point. Details, examples and evidence are clear and presented from general to specific, but they are not well developed. A counter-argument is introduced but not refuted.
79-70

Some body paragraphs don't contain a clear topic sentence or might not have as strong a topic sentence as is needed. There are details/examples in each paragraph, but they might be either unclear or not presented from general to specific. There may be counter-arguments but they are not refuted or not directly related to the main argument(s).
69-60

Many of the paragraphs are missing essential details. No facts/evidence are given to support arguments. No counter-arguments are introduced.
Overall Organization
15 pts

100-90

Logical progression of details with a clear and effective order that enhances the essay and provides a vivid description of the topic with appropriate and effective transitions.
89-80

Logical progression of details with a clear and effective order. Transitions are present, but they do not enhance the overall effectiveness of the paragraph.
79-70

Organization is clear. Some transitions are present, while others are either inappropriate or missing.
69-60

The flow of the essay from detail to detail is difficult to understand or implies that important information has been left out.
Style: Flow, tone, word choice
10 pts

100-90

Writing is smooth, skillful, and coherent. Sentences are strong and expressive with varied structure. Consistent and appropriate tone and word choice is used throughout the paragraph. Language is used well.
89-80

Writing is clear and sentences have varied structure. There is consistent tone and word choice is appropriate with fairly good use of language.
79-70

Writing is clear, but sentences may lack variety. The tone is inconsistent and word choice, while adequate, could be better. The language used is not very effective.
69-60

Writing appears rushed or underdeveloped.
Mechanics
10 pts

100-90

No consistent errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization.
89-80

A few minor consistent errors in punctuation, spelling, grammar, or capitalization, but they do not detract from the overall meaning and effectiveness of the paragraph.
79-70

A few regular errors in punctuation, grammar, spelling, and capitalization that. while distracting, the meaning and intent of the paragraph can still be discerned.
69-60

The overall presentation of the essay displays a lack of proofreading and attention to detail. While the essay MIGHT be readable, it is uncomfortable and unprofessional.
Use of Credible Sources
15 pts

100-90

The sources used are all highly credible and are sufficient to add convincing support.
Most of the sources are peer-reviewed or cite their sources.

The credibility of each source adds persuasive support to the argument.
89-80

The sources used are credible for the most part.The sources used are sufficient to provide convincing support.
At least two of the sources are peer-reviewed or cite their sources.

The credibility of most of the sources add to the persuasiveness of the essay.
79-70

With one or two exceptions, the sources are generally of low credibility and do not add much to the persuasiveness of the essay.
There are not enough credible sources used to provide convincing support.
69-60

The sources are either not credible or have low credibility. They add nothing in the way of support to the essay.
The author may use only one or two sources or none.
Conclusion
15 pts

100-90

Conclusion re-states the thesis statement using different words; adequately summarizes the arguments; and ends with a good concluding sentence.
89-80

Conclusion might re-state the thesis statement, but this is just copied from the intro.; conclusion may summarize the arguments OR end with a good concluding sentence but does not do both.
79-70

No re-statement of the thesis statement; arguments are somewhat summarized but not adequately; may or may not be a good concluding sentence.
69-60

No re-statement of the thesis statements; an attempt to summarize the arguments but this has not been done adequately; no or poor concluding sentence.



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